Internships at DI’s Office in New York City

Are you passionate about international business development and eager to help Danish companies succeed in the U.S. market? Do you want hands-on experience working alongside consultants and advisors who support Danish businesses in navigating global opportunities?

DI’s office in New York City is looking for highly motivated interns to join our team and assist Danish companies with their U.S. market entry and growth strategies.

About DI
Danish Industry – DI – is Denmark's largest, most international, and influential business and employers' organization, covering manufacturing as well as service industries across a broad range of sectors. Every day, DI helps Danish companies turn global opportunities into successful business results – locally, nationally, and internationally. With offices in the U.S., China, Germany, Belgium, Mexico, Brazil, Australia, and Kenya, DI supports the visibility and commercialization of Danish companies abroad.

At DI USA, our team of six, including the two intern positions, provides advisory to Danish companies from our office in the vibrant DUMBO district of New York City.

About the Internship
DI USA is currently looking for two interns who will be an integrated part of the team’s daily work in supporting the establishment and expansion of Danish business activities in the U.S. As an intern at DI’s office in New York City, you will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range projects related to setting up and running a business abroad.

As an intern at DI USA, you will become an integrated part of a small dynamic team that advises Danish companies on establishing and expanding their business activities in the U.S. market. You will gain first-hand experience in business consulting, working on projects that involve market entry, market analysis, partner screening, recruitment, and strategic planning. This is a unique opportunity to learn and develop skills that are highly relevant for a career in consulting, international trade, and business development.

Your role - Business analyst:
- Conducting market research, data analysis, and preparing presentations for business development and growth strategies
- Assisting with partner analyses and stakeholder mapping to identify key U.S. collaborators
- Supporting the planning and execution of events, workshops, and delegations that foster collaboration between U.S. stakeholders and Danish companies
- Contributing to internal strategy projects and internal business development
- Support with administrative work related to operational services (company administration, virtual representation, etc.)
- Developing and executing LinkedIn content to increase awareness of DI USA and Danish solutions in the U.S. market

What we expect from you
We do not expect you to know everything - this is a learning opportunity. What matters most is your curiosity, commitment, and willingness to grow. To thrive in this role, you should bring:

• A structured approach to tasks and attention to detail
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills

• Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team

• A proactive attitude and willingness to take initiative
• Interest in developing client-facing skills; prior experience is a plus but not required

• Willingness to take responsibility and ability to take ownership of tasks
• An understanding of Danish companies’ core competencies

• Fluency in English and Danish, both written and spoken

• Enrolled as a student at a university in business, economics, international relations, or a related field

What you will gain
• A dynamic work environment in New York City in a moment in time, where helping Danish companies in the U.S. is at its highest

• Insights into the U.S. market across multiple sectors and industries

• Exposure to real-world consulting projects and strategic advisory work

• Hands-on experience with business development, market entry strategies, and stakeholder engagement

• The chance to work with both SMEs and some of Denmark’s largest companies

• An ambitious and collaborative environment with skilled consultants and advisors

• A steep learning curve which will give you a unique opportunity to shape your daily tasks and develop your competencies

• Dedicated internship supervisor who will support in your development and sparring in your day-to-day work
• Daily interaction with internal and external stakeholders, fostering personal and professional growth

The duration of the position is 11 months starting on August 1, 2026. The normal working week is 40 hours, and overtime work is expected to occur during specific periods.

The intern will be entitled to 20 days of vacation and 10 writing days for academic purposes (University Days) during the internship.

The internship is unpaid, but DI provides a housing subsidy of USD 1,000/month for the first 6 months, then USD 1,500/month for the remaining months. DI will additionally cover the expenses for one return ticket. Previously, interns have succeeded in seeking grants for partial coverage of expenses.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Malte Jessen, Business Development Manager, [email protected] (internship supervisor) / (+45) 33773348 or Pernille Boris, Director, Strategic Advisory & Operations, [email protected] / (+45) 5213 2334.

Please submit application (max. one A4), CV and relevant documents via DI’s recruitment platform. The application deadline is March 1, 2026.

Department
Praktikant

Lokationer
DI USA – New York

Antal stillinger:
2

Ansøgningsfrist
1. marts 2026

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